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Former WBO cruiserweight champion Chris Billam-Smith is set to face American contender Brandon Glanton on April 26 at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. The 34-year-old Brit is aiming to bounce back from his defeat to Gilberto Ramirez last November. As he prepares for this crucial return to the ring, Billam-Smith will be counting on the unwavering support of his family.

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Born and raised in Epsom, Surrey, ‘The Gentleman’ has experienced his fair share of highs and lows throughout his boxing journey. Through it all, one constant has been the steadfast support of his family. Yet, despite his growing fame, little is known about the people closest to him. If you’re curious to learn more, here’s everything you need to know about his wife and children.

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Meet Mia, Chris Billam-Smith’s wife

Behind Chris Billam-Smith stands his biggest supporter—his wife, Mia. The couple met in 2014 and tied the knot in August 2020 after a sweet proposal and plans for an Italian wedding that were later altered by the pandemic. Instead, they celebrated with 14 guests at a local registry office and a pizza reception.

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An interior designer by profession, Mia shifted her focus in recent years to help manage Chris’s career, which included managing ticket sales for Chris’s fights. Through career highs and personal sacrifices, Mia remains the heart of Team Billam-Smith, supporting his dream of becoming a world champion while navigating the journey with unwavering love and strength.

Chris & Mia Billam-Smith’s kids and family

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Chris Billam-Smith and his wife, Mia Billam-Smith, have one child, a son named Frank, born on May 26, 2022. Due to Smith’s training schedule, the boxer only gets to meet them on weekends. This arrangement has been challenging, with Chris missing key milestones like Frank’s first steps due to his training commitments. Not to mention, he also missed out on his son’s first birthday.

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Despite these difficulties, the couple has worked together to make things work. Mia has expressed the emotional toll of watching Chris fight, describing being ringside as an “out-of-body experience” where her primary concern is his safety. She undergoes therapy to manage her fears about Chris’s well-being in the ring.

That said, Mia seems to be a pillar of support for Chris Billam-Smith, who has dedicated many of his wins to her, their son, and his mother. As Smith tries to make his comeback, if not anyone else, he can count on his family for support and motivation. What do you think about Smith’s family?

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Sudeep Sinha is a Senior Boxing Writer at EssentiallySports with over two years of experience covering the science at the ES RingSide Desk. Known for sharp fight-night coverage and detailed analysis, Sudeep has become one of the desk’s leading boxing minds. His work has been featured on major platforms such as Sports Illustrated, Daily Mail, and Yahoo Sports, where he covers everything from amateur boxing developments to high-profile controversies like Ryan Garcia career arc. Sudeep balances his professional writing career with a personal passion for reading, cycling, and lively debates about boxing match-ups and trends on social media. He takes pride in delivering engaging stories that resonate with both hardcore boxing enthusiasts and casual fans alike, providing clear insights into fighter strategies, training, and the evolving dynamics of the sport.

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